Lakelands Primary School Catchment Area
Lakelands Primary School is a free s primary school in Colchester, Essex , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 269 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby primary schools below.
4–11
Age range
269
Pupils
420
Capacity
64%
Fill rate
Outstanding
Ofsted 2023
Lakelands Primary School Catchment Area Information
The catchment area for Lakelands Primary School is set by Essex and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.
The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Essex before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.
Find Essex catchment area documents →Lakelands Primary School — School Information
- Full address
- Wagtail Mews, Colchester, CO3 8AJ
- Local authority
- Essex
- School type
- Free schools
- Phase of education
- Primary
- Age range
- 4–11 years
- Admissions policy
- Non-selective
- Free school meals
- 15.6% of pupils
- DfE URN
- 147844
Other Primary Schools in Colchester
If Lakelands Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Colchester are the next closest alternatives.
St. George's School Catchment Area
Community school · CO2 7RU
Hamilton Primary School Catchment Area
Community school · CO3 3GB
Lexden Primary School with Unit for Hearing Impaired Pupils Catchment Area
Community school · CO3 9AS
Myland Community Primary School Catchment Area
Community school · CO4 5LD
North Primary School and Nursery Catchment Area
Community school · CO1 1RP
Old Heath Community Primary School Catchment Area
Community school · CO2 8DD
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Frequently Asked Questions — Lakelands Primary School
Is Lakelands Primary School oversubscribed? ▾
Lakelands Primary School has a capacity of 420 places and currently has 269 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Essex.
What is the admissions policy for Lakelands Primary School? ▾
Admission to Lakelands Primary School is managed by Essex. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.
What age range does Lakelands Primary School cover? ▾
Lakelands Primary School is a primary school in Colchester, Essex, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.
What is the Ofsted rating for Lakelands Primary School? ▾
Lakelands Primary School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.